Asked if she thinks the PNP chief has to take a leave of absence to handle the cases, Valte said its up to Purisima if he will temporarily vacate his post.

Some quarters have raised concerns saying the charges might affect Purisima's job as PNP chief at a time that the country is preparing to host the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit and the visit of Pope Francis in January.

"Pagdating naman diyan sa isyu kung magli-leave ang Chief PNP, we leave that to his discretion. However, may assurances naman ang Chief PNP that he will remain focused on the job despite these issues against him," Valte said.

Purisima is being accused of plunder for his alleged involvement in a multi-million gun license delivery deal. He is also implicated in an alleged hidden wealth issue in Nueva Ecija.